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Literary Fiction· United States

Empire Falls

by Richard Russo
Aggregate Editorial Score67/100
★Pulitzer Prize
Published 2002496 pagesEnglish
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About This Book

Richard Russo's Empire Falls (2002) stands as one of the most significant works of literary fiction of its era. Miles Roby manages the Empire Grill in the declining mill town of Empire Falls, Maine, dreaming of escape while anchored by loyalty and a complicated past. Russo's Pulitzer winner is a rich, warmly comic portrait of small-town America and working-class life. Themes of small-town America, working class, loyalty run through the work. The book has received recognition from Pulitzer Prize 2002.

Book Details

AuthorRichard Russo
Published2002
Country of Origin🇺🇸 United States
LanguageEnglish
Pages496
Category📖 Literary Fiction
ISBN9780375726409
Editorial Score67/100
About the Category

📖 Literary Fiction

Character-driven fiction that prioritises style, theme, and psychological depth.

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Country of Origin

🇺🇸 United States

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Editorial Assessment

Richard Russo brought formidable craft to Empire Falls, a 2002 novel that explores the human condition with uncommon precision. Its treatment of social fabric remains among the most accomplished in the form. A book whose importance only grows clearer with time.
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Awards & Recognition

Pulitzer Prize
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200261
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About the Author
Richard Russo
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Richard Russo is a celebrated author from United States known for influential works of literary fiction.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is Empire Falls about?

Miles Roby manages the Empire Grill in the declining mill town of Empire Falls, Maine, dreaming of escape while anchored by loyalty and a complicated past. Russo's Pulitzer winner is a rich, warmly comic portrait of small-town America and working-class life.

Who wrote Empire Falls?

Empire Falls was written by Richard Russo, from United States. First published in 2002.

What awards has Empire Falls won?

Empire Falls has received the following awards and honours: Pulitzer Prize 2002.

Is Empire Falls worth reading?

Empire Falls is a well-regarded book with solid critical recognition, with an aggregate editorial score of 61/100 on 50 Best Books, based on mentions across 1 editorial source. It is particularly recommended for readers interested in small-town America, working class, loyalty.

Where can I buy Empire Falls?

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What category is Empire Falls?

Empire Falls is classified as Literary Fiction. Character-driven fiction that prioritises style, theme, and psychological depth.

What country is Empire Falls from?

Empire Falls originates from United States's literary tradition. Explore more books from United States on our country page.

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